Paromita
Paromita is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin, meaning “Perfection; one who has crossed over”.
| Meaning | Perfection; one who has crossed over |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Bengali |
| Written as | পারমিতা |
| Pronunciation | PAA-ro-mee-taa |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Paromita
Paromita is the Bengali pronunciation of Sanskrit paramita, literally 'gone to the other shore', meaning perfection. In Mahayana Buddhism the paramitas are the perfections a bodhisattva cultivates, such as generosity, patience and wisdom; the famous Prajnaparamita sutras are named for the perfection of wisdom. Bengali families adopted the word as a refined girls' name, and it is now mostly used by Hindu Bengalis.
Is Paromita a Hindu name?
Paromita is mostly a Hindu Bengali name, but its root is a key Buddhist term for the perfections practised on the path to enlightenment.
How popular is Paromita?
A familiar girls' name in West Bengal and among Bengalis abroad.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Paromita mean?
Paromita means 'Perfection; one who has crossed over'. It is of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin.
Is Paromita a Hindu name?
Paromita is mostly a Hindu Bengali name, but its root is a key Buddhist term for the perfections practised on the path to enlightenment.
How do you pronounce Paromita?
Paromita is pronounced PAA-ro-mee-taa.
Is Paromita a boy or girl name?
Paromita is usually a girl name.